The February 1987 issue of Computer Shopper Magazine features an array of articles covering a broad range of topics for technology enthusiasts. The magazine begins with a review of the Microtek Image Scanner for the Macintosh, followed by an editorial piece on page 8. For those trying to make sense of the evolving computer processors, the magazine pits the 80286 against the 80386 and explores whether upgrading is necessary. In addition, an article questions if this is the year for UNIX to make a significant impact.

Stan Veit writes an engaging piece on the history of computers, while another article looks at the new 386 BIOS that provides compatibility with the IBM AT and the 80386. The EmCee Grand Communicator is a noteworthy inclusion, as it breaks the language barrier, ensuring effective communication.

In the IBM-MS DOS section, readers can learn about controllers that add 50% more storage to their hard disks and the SMART System’s integrated software. An interesting feature titled “Look Out Peter Norton. Here Comes Paul Mace!” is also worth exploring. A few other articles focus on programming languages, including MIX-C Compiler and Ada Compiler, as well as hardware upgrades for the 286 and 386 machines.

Macintosh users are catered to with articles focusing on function keys, the MacEnhancer Expansion System, and Borland’s enhanced Turbo Pascal for Macintosh. An intriguing piece titled ‘Hypertext for the Macintosh’ also seeks to educate readers on hypertext systems.

For Tandy users, an article on the Scripsit Pro Word Processor is featured. Atari enthusiasts will find articles on hacking the Atari ST and programming languages and software for the same. The magazine also caters to Amiga users, with articles on Hi-Tech Handicapping, Flight Simulator II, and an interesting piece titled ‘Defender of The Crown - The Amiga As Cinema’.

Sanyo and Texas Instruments have a spot in the magazine, including an article on the Sanyo MBC 550/555 Keyboard and coverage of the TI Forum Fourth Annual Chicago Trade Fair.

For the avid readers, a section is dedicated to computer books, offering a roundup of the year's end half-dozen books, a top 10 computer book list for February 1987, and information on a book about fifth-generation computers.

Other miscellaneous topics include do-it-yourself transient and RFI suppressors, consciousness-expanding software, and running your own BBS. The magazine also covers printers, modems, communications boards, and a myriad of hardware and software products.

Lastly, the issue concludes with a bulletin board list, short courses, service directory, and teases Commodore’s PC-compatible systems landing in the US and new trends in printers for the March issue.